James Drury (soldier) facts for kids
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James John Drury
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| Born | August 15, 1835 Limerick, Ireland |
| Died | December 25, 1919 (aged 84) Lovilia, Iowa |
| Buried |
Lovilia Cemetery
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| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ |
 United States Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1865 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit |  Company C, 4th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Jerusalem Plank Road |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
James John Drury (August 15, 1835 – December 25, 1919) was an Irish soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Drury received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Jerusalem Plank Road in Virginia on June 23, 1864. He was honored with the award on January 18, 1893.
Biography
Drury was born in Limerick, Ireland on August 15, 1835. He joined the 4th Vermont Infantry in August 1861, and mustered out with his regiment in July 1865. He died on December 25, 1919 and his remains are interred at the Lovilia Cemetery in Lovilia, Iowa.
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